Duration

14 Days

Tour Cost

$

1,899

per person

package Overview

Embark on a 14-day ornithology-focused safari through Tanzania’s richest birding habitats. Guided by expert birding specialists and naturalists, this experience is designed for passionate bird lovers and wildlife photographers.

From the lush forests of Arusha National Park to the vast plains of the Serengeti and the alkaline shores of Lake Natron, you’ll explore diverse ecosystems hosting over 700 bird species, including rare, migratory, and endemic birds unique to East Africa.

Enjoy immersive birding walks, game drives, and nature hikes while staying in hand-selected lodges and tented camps offering comfort, delicious cuisine, and warm Tanzanian hospitality.

Highlights

									Spot 700+ bird species across multiple ecosystems
Rare & endemic species including: Grey-breasted spurfowl, Fischer’s lovebird, Ashy starling
Water birds & migratory species (Nov–Apr)
Lesser flamingo breeding grounds at Lake Natron
African fish eagle, crowned eagle, hornbills, rollers, storks & pelicans
Big Game sightings — elephant, lions, buffalo, leopard, rhino
Guided birding walks with professional ornithologists
Scenic bush drives, crater exploration & cultural experiences

								

package Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Arusha

Arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport and transfer to your lodge. Safari briefing & welcome dinner.

Accommodation: Tulia Boutique Hotel & Spa or Similar
Meals: Dinner & Breakfast

Days 2 & 3: Bird Watching — Arusha National Park

Explore Arusha National Park — home to over 400+ species including flamingos, silvery-cheeked hornbill, Hartlaub’s turaco, and African fish eagle. Guided forest walk on Mt. Meru slopes & Momella Lakes visit.

Accommodation: Tulia Boutique Hotel & Spa or Similar
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 4 & 5: Tarangire National Park — Birding & Wildlife

Travel to Tarangire, famous for elephants, baobabs & 500+ bird species.
Spot endangered Tanzanian species like the Rufous-tailed weaver, Ashy starling & Yellow-collared lovebird. Excellent raptor viewing & migratory birds.

Accommodation:
Day 4 — Sangaiwe Tented Lodge or Similar
Day 5 — Marera Valley Lodge – Karatu or Similar
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Days 6 & 7: Lake Manyara National Park

A paradise for waterbirds — pelicans, flamingos, storks, cormorants & ducks.
Expect up to 100 species in a single day. Also spot tree-climbing lions and hippos.

Accommodation: Marera Valley Lodge – Karatu or Similar
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 8: Ngorongoro Crater

Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater — home to black rhino & abundant birdlife around Lake Magadi. Spot ostrich, kori bustard, turacos, and raptors.

Accommodation: Marera Valley Lodge – Karatu or Similar
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 9: Maasai Culture & Olduvai Gorge → Serengeti

Visit Maasai community, experience their culture, then continue to historic Olduvai Gorge before entering the Serengeti.

Accommodation: Tukaone Serengeti Camp or Similar
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Days 10–12: Serengeti National Park — Birding & Wildlife

Three unforgettable days exploring the Serengeti — home to 540 recorded bird species and the “Serengeti specials,” including:

Grey-breasted spurfowl
Schalow’s turaco
Red-throated tit
Fischer’s lovebird
Secretary bird
Lappet-faced vulture

Game drives in varied habitats for maximum sightings.

Accommodation: Tukaone Serengeti Camp or Similar
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 13: Lake Natron — Flamingo Kingdom

Travel to Lake Natron, the world’s primary breeding ground for lesser flamingos. Bird photography & guided walks.

Accommodation: Africa Safari Lake Natron or Similar
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 14: Departure

Return to Arusha and transfer to Kilimanjaro Airport for departure — with unforgettable birding memories.

Meals: Breakfast

Airport pick-up & drop-off
Accommodation as per itinerary
All meals on safari
Expert ornithologist & professional safari guide
Park & conservation fees
4×4 safari land cruiser with pop-up roof
Bottled drinking water
Cultural visits

International flights
Tips & personal expenses
Visas & travel insurance
Optional activities & extra meals
Additional accommodation before/after safari
Government-imposed tax or park fee increases